Commercial Operations Coordinator

We are looking for a Commercial Operations Coordinator for our Bulk Cargo Operations team in Singapore

In this role, you  will be joining a committed, dynamic and high performing regional operations team. In your role, you are expected to manage the day-to-day  proactive planning, execution and optimization of commercial contracts performance. You will be applying your operations execution skills and our operational processes to execute, administer and direct bulk cargo traffic of marine tanker vessels and barges from cargo contract and ship’s charter-parties conclusion to the fulfilling of cargo and charter-party contractual terms and obligations.

You will work with our external stakeholders namely Suppliers and Customers, cargo inspectors, marine shipowners/agents, customs agents, storage terminals and other service providers. Your main internal stakeholders are sales and supply managers, refinery production planners, supply chain/sales planners, ship chartering, finance, laboratory and relevant departments for effective operations execution. The role will require you to combine commercial understanding with execution excellence, cooperative collaboration and a drive to develop and renew for improvements and efficiencies. Together we ensure a high level customer and supplier experience.  

Reasons to join

We operate in an inspiring and evolving business environment, as a global leader in renewable fuels, where transformation brings new possibilities and fosters our courage and curiosity. We contribute to Neste’s success by living our values every day: we care, we have courage, we cooperate.

As a global company, we strive to create a positive and impactful work environment, supporting personal development with versatile learning and career opportunities, while prioritizing safety at all times and in every location. We see team collaboration as key, and we believe in flexible, smart ways of working to ensure seamless teamwork and a sense of belonging. 

More about the job

Main responsibilities in this role

• Day-to-day effective and efficient management of individual cargo shipment and vessel shipping operations ensuring excellent execution and optimization 

• Manage supply and delivery/loading schedules with internal and external counterparties, ensuring timely and accurate nomination of ship/cargo date ranges to meet delivery objectives, while seeking optimisation and ensuring compliance.

• Nominate inspection companies (e.g. independent inspectors) for cargo quality and quantity controls and ensure consistency of the results obtained.

• Manage storage locations, including stock reconciliations.

• Ensure timely and accurate data entries for all contracts/transactions 

• Support the team in operational challenges, growing the team’s commercial and operational awareness 

• Interface daily with internal teams including operations, commercial supply & sales managers, charterers, shipping support, invoicing, claims, demurrage, legal and others as necessary, fostering strong working relationships across departments.

• Be available to manage critical issues outside regular office hours. This role may require attention during evenings or weekends from time to time.

• Drive accurate and professional work performance in the team to minimize deviations to the operational processes that results in additional costs

• Initiate and/or participate in operations process work improvements & automation productivity projects/initiatives. 

• Adhere to Neste’s Code of Conduct and all other applicable company policies at all times.

The best combination of experiences, skills and background are 

• Strong academic credentials with a numeracy-oriented specialisation. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant area, e.g. from business or technology / or significant post qualification experience. Those without the said education qualification but with extensive operations experience in relevant industry are also invited to apply

• Significant (>10 years) knowledge & experience in international commodity business of bulk liquid oil products, agricultural vegetable oils, fats and/or renewable fuels cargo operational logistics management, marine tanker transportation, inventory control and cargo quality assurance.

• Good knowledge of marine vessel operations, including cargoes loading/discharge, time charters, voyage charters and ships’ operations. 

• Experience and knowledge of bulk liquids cargo operations workflow (cargo documentation, Bills of lading, Letter of Credits, basic demurrage calculations, customs duties, cargo insurance) and marine transportation (Vessel clearance, voyage orders, ship-to-ship operations) ensuring cargo quantity and quality assurance control (inspections, storage management).

• Comprehensive ERP (eg SAP, Allegro) system knowledge

• Ability to understand the big picture of business models and processes & apply this knowledge to operational optimisation.

• Inquisitive/analytical mindset to constructively challenge work processes towards higher productivity/efficiency. Strategic thinking and practical problem-solving skills. Experience in leading & developing improvement projects and teams. 

• Good and proactive communication and collaborative relationship building skills. Fluency in written and oral English, preferably also local language skills

• Accuracy and attention to details orientated; Performance and result driven. 

• Strong team player, capable of working with minimal supervision and leading activities when required. 

• Flexibility and adaptability to work in a rapidly changing environment; self-disciplined and resilient under pressure.

Let’s get you started

If this resonates with you, we look forward to receiving your application by 8 June 2026.

To ensure security and confidentiality, please submit your application through our recruitment system, as we are unable to consider applications sent via email.

We will do our best to contact you after the application time has ended. The recruitment process will include interviews and a potential aptitude assessment. 

Depending on the location and the requirements of the position, the process may include a health examination and/or a security clearance.

Neste in brief

Neste (NESTE, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the world's leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), with production on three continents. The company’s renewables production capacity is expected to reach 6.8 million tons annually in 2027. Neste also produces high-quality oil products at its Porvoo refinery in Finland. The company has a network of nearly 1,000 fuel stations with expanding service offering, such as EV charging, in Finland and in the Baltics.

Neste’s strategy focuses on growth in renewable fuels, which help its customers to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. Neste is included in many international indices for its sustainability performance. In 2025, Neste's revenue stood at EUR 19.0 billion. Read more: neste.com